Domination of the Three Kingdoms

Chapter 838
In Huainan, Cao Cao's army and Liu Bei's army were busy grabbing the loot. Yuan Shu dared to risk the world's shame and proclaim himself emperor. He must have a certain amount of capital. If not, how could Yuan Shu have the guts to dare to challenge the princes of the world.

"Report,,,,,," a group of cavalry rode to Cao Cao to report: "My lord, Xiahou Yuan and General Xiahou Dun sent soldiers to report that they encountered the Northern Frontier Army in the north of Huainan and fled to the north. The remnants of Yuan Shu's army were all surrendered by the Northern Xinjiang Army, and our army encountered the Northern Xinjiang Army several times, all of which were ambushed by the other side."

"What, the northern army has gone south?" Cao Cao exclaimed, "It's impossible. I've sealed off all parts of Yanzhou. If the northern army wants to go south, I'll know. Unless, unless Yuan Shao can do it, No, this is also impossible, Yuan Shao would not be so stupid, how could the Northern Frontier Army go south, how could they appear here.

How many soldiers and horses does the opponent have, who are the leading generals, where do they appear, where is Yuan Shu now, and how many soldiers and horses in the remnants of Yuan Shu's army were recruited by the Northern Xinjiang Army? "

When a series of questions were asked, the scout was dumbfounded by being asked directly. He couldn't answer any of them. Looking at the scout's confused expression, Cao Cao knew that he was a little too hasty.

"Quickly inquire about the enemy army." Cao Cao said angrily, "Gongsun Xu, you want to take advantage of it. How can there be such a good thing? Come on, come and contact Liu Bei, just say I want to discuss important matters with him."

"My lord, the northern army suddenly went south. We should focus on preserving our strength now." Sima Yi said hastily: "Actually, things are not that bad. Even if the northern army can go south, how many soldiers and horses can they have? What do you think?" , Our most important task now is to clean up the mess in Huainan and recruit the remnants of Yuan Shu’s army. This is the best opportunity for our army to increase its strength. If Liu Bei catches it, we will suffer a lot.”

"No, you don't know Gongsun Xu." Cao Cao shook his head and said, "This man has always been ruthless in his military operations, and he has no shortage of top advisers. He can go south and appear here at this time, which shows that he is fully prepared. , our army's partial division is now in Shouchun, and the Northern Frontier Army suddenly appeared north of Huainan, probably trying to cut off the connection between the partial division and the main force of our army. If we don't think of a way now, I'm afraid something will happen to Cao Ren.

We must unite with Liu Bei now. If Gongsun Xu strikes first and let him unite with Liu Bei, we may be trapped in Huainan. The battlefield is dangerous, and Liu Bei is not an ordinary person. We must be on guard and cannot delay any longer. "

"Your subordinate has been educated." Sima Yi nodded and replied, "My lord is far-sighted and far-sighted, and I am far behind."

"My lord, Liu Bei's army has retreated." A messenger ran over and shouted, "As soon as my subordinates delivered the letter to Liu Bei's camp, they began to withdraw from the camp."

"The grass on the wall." Cao Cao said viciously: "Presumably they already know about the northern border army going south. Now that Liu Bei has gained enough benefits in Yuzhou and Huainan, he doesn't want to take any more risks. If he encounters such troubles, why is he here?" Want to throw me alone, hmph, what a Liu Bei, I really saw you right. "

"My lord, why don't I go to Liu Bei's camp now? With my sharp tongue, I will definitely be able to persuade Liu Bei to stay and join our army." Sima Yi recommended himself: "The situation is critical, and my subordinates will go now."

"No need." Cao Cao shook his head and said, "If he wants to leave, let him go. Liu Bei must have made this decision because of Zhuge Liang's suggestion. What do you think of Zhuge Liang? "

"This is not inferior to a villain." Sima Yi thought for a while and said: "From his mission to the northern border, to his advice for Liu Bei, some time ago he sent troops to take down Chen Lan's army, and then he planned to attack Huainan. It can be seen that this person is extraordinary, just as the lord said, Liu Bei retreated in such a hurry, it must be Zhuge Liang's handwriting."

"Hmph, if he stays here, I'm afraid I have to be on guard against him." Cao Cao sneered, "It's fine to leave, and send me people to take over Huainan immediately. I don't believe that Gongsun Xu would dare to make such a big fuss here." If there is any movement, mobilize troops and get in touch with Cao Ren immediately, I want to confirm the situation on Cao Ren's side."

On Shouchun's side, the sudden appearance of Gongsun Xu leading [-] cavalry caused Cao Ren's uneasiness outside the city. In order to ensure safety, Cao Ren had to send a letter to Cao Cao and at the same time ordered the army to retreat and set up camp. After confirming that Gongsun Xu did not take the initiative to provoke Only then did Cao Ren dare to send envoys to the Northern Xinjiang military camp to find out what Gongsun Xu wanted to do.

"Little man Niu Jin, I have met the great general." A black-faced man stood in front of Gongsun Xu. He was Cao Ren's favorite general, and Cao Ren could only entrust him with the task of sending an envoy to the northern border army camp.

"Cao Ren asked you to come." Gongsun Xu looked up at this general who had left a few records in history and asked, "What did he ask you to do? He wanted to fight or talk."

"The general is joking." Niu Jin replied: "My general has always admired the general, and this meeting is considered a coincidence. I don't know why the general came here suddenly. The bandit army has been besieged by my general for a month. In a few more days, our army will be able to take Shouchun, and if the general wants to be here, you and I can attack the city together."

"Hehe, no need." Gongsun Xu shook his head and smiled, "Ji Ling has already sent an envoy to contact me. He has already surrendered to me. I am only here to take over Shouchun's defense. Cao Ren's ability is not bad, and I also I appreciate him very much, if you let him retreat another fifty miles, this place can be regarded as a troubled place, and I don't want to make trouble with him."

"General, it's too domineering for you to do this." Niu Jin said dissatisfied: "The city was besieged by our army, and Ji Ling was also fought back by my general. Anyone can see that as long as the siege lasts for a few more days, The enemy's army will certainly be destroyed without attacking, so the general came to grab the victory at this time, isn't he afraid that the world will laugh at him?"

"I give you two choices, one, get out now and leave, two, if you dare to disrespect me again, I will abolish you now." Gongsun Xu sneered: "If Cao Ren is really capable, he wouldn't delay here so much." Jiudu still can't take Shouchun, hehe, Shouchun City has enough food and grass, and Ji Ling still has more than [-] troops. You say that Cao Ren can take Shouchun in a few days, isn't it just playing me like a three-year-old boy? Well.

Go back and tell Cao Ren that what he can't do doesn't mean that others can't do it. I will take Shouchun in two days and let him watch. If not, my cavalry will not be polite. "

"If the general insists on doing this, then I will not accompany you." Niu Jin said angrily, "I will report this matter to my general, and Duke Ming will also know what the general has done."

"Go back, I'll wait for you here,,,,,,"

(End of this chapter)